Shook & Stone represented a Monte Carlo Hotel and Casino employee who suffered severe orthopedic injuries on the job and was unable to return to work. Through coordinated workers’ compensation litigation and Social Security disability defense, our firm secured permanent partial disability benefits and positioned the client for long-term financial stability when continued employment was no longer possible.
The Narrative
Problem: Workplace Injury, Delayed Care, and Risk of Long-Term Disability
Our client, a casino employee, was injured on December 26, 2012, while working at the Monte Carlo Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. The injury resulted in trauma to his left shoulder, facial contusions, and a fracture to his left elbow, causing ongoing pain and functional limitations that interfered with his ability to perform his job duties.
Although the workers’ compensation claim was accepted, the case quickly became complex. Conservative treatment did not resolve her symptoms, particularly a partial rotator cuff tear, raising concerns about permanent disability, future earning capacity, and whether she could ever safely return to work.
Action: Lawyer-Led Workers’ Compensation and Disability Coordination
Shook & Stone took immediate control of the claim, formally notifying MGM Resorts of the representation and demanding the full filing of the claim, wage documentation, and medical records to ensure full compliance with Nevada workers’ compensation law.
Our lawyers:
- They obtained authorization for advanced orthopedic care and diagnostic testing.
- They coordinated with treating orthopedic specialists when conservative care failed.
- They ensured that the surgical intervention for the shoulder injury was approved and documented.
- They protected the client’s Average Monthly Wage and permanent disability rating.
Once it became clear that the injuries would have lasting effects, we also assisted the client with Social Security disability applications, preserving eligibility for federal benefits along with Nevada workers’ compensation.
Outcome: Permanent Disability Compensation and Financial Stability
The case was finally resolved with an award of Permanent Partial Disability (PPD) benefits, resulting in a net payment of over $21,000 to the client, after negotiating and finalizing attorney fees and costs.
This recovery ensured:
- Compensation for permanent disability
- Long-term income protection through coordinated benefits planning
- A seamless transition from workers’ compensation to disability-based financial support
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